The Bruins added some much-needed defensive depth on the left side Sunday night, acquiring defenseman Mike Reilly from the Ottawa Senators in exchange for a 2022 third-round pick.
In Sunday’s 8-1 loss to the Capitals, the Bruins missed four regular defenders — Charlie McAvoy, Brandon Carlo, Kevan Miller, and Matt Grzelyck — due to injury.
Here’s what you need to know about the 27-year-old Reilly.
A career season
The six-year professional is in the midst of his most productive season in the NHL, compiling 19 points (0 goals, 19 assists) in 40 games with the Senators.